Today, audiobooks are attracting record numbers of listeners, and the industry continues to experience double-digit growth year over year. As the demand for audiobooks grows, more and more people are asking, “How can I become an audiobook narrator? Is it even possible?”

The short answer is YES! It is possible. And I’m living proof that you can make a living doing it. My name is Derek Perkins, and I’m an audiobook narrator.

To date, I’ve narrated over 270 audiobooks and have won numerous awards, including the coveted Audie, which is the industry’s equivalent to an Oscar.

“Novice narrators can really benefit from Derek’s advice and information as an actual working narrator who has navigated his way from interested to actually employed in the industry.”